Group 1 - The South Africa China Themed Book Fair was held in Cape Town from August 29 to September 1, focusing on cultural exchange and cooperation between China and South Africa [1] - The event was organized by the China International Book Trade Group, South African Independent Media Group, Loot e-commerce platform, and the International Office of the University of Cape Town [1] - The book fair showcased various Chinese publications, including traditional culture, Chinese language education, traditional medicine, folk arts, and children's literature, providing a comprehensive introduction to China for South African audiences [1] Group 2 - The first South Africa China Themed Book Fair was successfully held last year, leading to deeper discussions on publishing, distribution, and translation cooperation this year [1] - The Chinese Consul General in Cape Town emphasized the importance of books as a medium for cultural exchange and understanding between nations [1] - During the book fair, the Chinese publishing delegation donated books to the National Library of South Africa [1]

Core Viewpoint - The "Wonderful China, Beautiful Xinjiang" art and photography exhibition aims to enhance cultural exchange between China and Kazakhstan, showcasing Xinjiang's natural beauty, modernization, and ethnic harmony [1][2] Group 1: Exhibition Details - The exhibition is held at the Central State Museum of Kazakhstan and features 35 art and photography works [2] - It lasts for 15 days, providing a platform for cultural interaction and understanding [2] Group 2: Objectives and Statements - The exhibition is organized by the Chinese Consulate in Almaty, the China Federation of Literary and Art Circles, and the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Federation of Literary and Art Circles [1] - The Deputy Director of the Central State Museum emphasized the importance of promoting cultural heritage and fostering friendship between the two nations [1] - The Chinese Consul General highlighted the exhibition as a new window for Kazakhstan's people to understand Xinjiang [1] - The Secretary of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Federation expressed hope that the exhibition would provide a comprehensive view of modern China and promote artistic exchanges with Central Asian countries [1]

Core Points - The second Electronic Sports World Cup concluded in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, featuring 25 tournaments across 24 popular esports titles, with a record prize pool exceeding $70 million [1][3] - The event attracted over 2,000 participants and was attended by notable figures, including Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who awarded the championship trophy to the winning team, Team Falcons [1][3] Economic Impact - The event is part of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 strategy, aiming to diversify the economy beyond oil by investing in the gaming and esports industry [8][10] - Saudi Arabia has approximately 23.5 million gamers, representing 67% of the population, with 44% aged between 18 and 35, indicating a significant market potential [8][10] - The esports industry is expected to contribute around 50 billion Saudi Riyals (approximately 95.7 billion RMB) to the GDP and create over 39,000 new jobs by 2030 [10] Event Highlights - The event generated substantial economic benefits through ticket sales, sponsorships, and broadcasting rights, with ticket sales increasing by 53% compared to the previous edition [12] - The tournament attracted tens of thousands of international tourists, boosting local industries such as hospitality and transportation [12] - The event also provided a platform for the gaming development, esports equipment manufacturing, and content creation industries [12] Social Impact - The esports World Cup serves as a means for Saudi Arabia to reshape its social image and connect with global culture, moving beyond traditional associations with oil and desert [11][14] - The event showcased a significant female presence among both participants and attendees, reflecting social changes within Saudi Arabia [14] Cultural Exchange - The event featured collaborations with Chinese enterprises to enhance its visibility in China, resulting in more localized broadcasts and sponsorships [15][16] - The "China-Saudi Esports Cultural Carnival" was held alongside the World Cup, celebrating the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Saudi Arabia [16]

Core Viewpoint - The opening of the "Yue Du Yue You Qu" city book bar in Shufu County marks a significant cultural initiative aimed at enhancing local reading habits and providing a modern space for community engagement and knowledge sharing [2][20]. Group 1: Project Overview - The "Yue Du Yue You Qu" city book bar is a key cultural project supported by Guangdong's aid to Xinjiang, located east of the Shufu County People's Square, covering an area of approximately 890 square meters [5][20]. - The book bar features over 20,000 books, including 16,000 newly purchased titles and more than 4,000 donated by the Guangzhou Library, covering various genres such as literature, history, technology, and children's books [6][7]. Group 2: Facilities and Services - The book bar is equipped with comprehensive facilities, including a self-service borrowing area, discussion salons, immersive 3D VR zones, electronic calligraphy areas, and parent-child reading zones, providing a full range of services [8][9]. - Multiple smart terminals are available for users to query and borrow books, enhancing the modern cultural experience, with plans for inter-library borrowing services with Kashgar City [9][10]. Group 3: Community Engagement - The launch event also initiated the second nationwide reading activity, featuring various engaging activities such as paper-cutting, painting, picture book sharing, and bookmark exhibitions, which were well-received by local children [12][13]. - The establishment of the book bar is seen as a landmark achievement in cultural cooperation between Guangzhou and Shufu, aiming to enrich the spiritual and cultural life of the local community [20][22].

8月24日17时，包头大剧院流光溢彩，第三十三届中日韩青少年运动会在此开幕。来自中日韩三国 的青少年运动员齐聚草原钢城，以青春之名赴体育之约，以竞技为桥筑友谊之路。 作为中日韩青少年体育交流的重要平台，运动会汇聚中、日、韩三国运动员及裁判员共1242人，设 置田径、足球、篮球、排球等11个比赛项目，赛场分布于包头市奥体中心、体育中心、包头师范学院等 8处场馆，既涵盖专业体育设施，也融入高校与城市空间，让青春竞技的活力渗透城市肌理。赛场之 外，本届运动会上，文化的纽带更将三国青少年紧密相连。延续赛事传统，8月28日还将举办文化交流 观摩活动。 为保障赛事安全、精彩、难忘，包头市以"极致匠心"打磨每一处细节：严谨有序的赛事组织、全面 周密的安保措施、贴心周到的医疗保障、热情专业的志愿服务，共同构筑起舒心安心的赛事环境。 本届盛会以"筑梦未来・活力包头"为主题，传递青少年与城市共成长的蓬勃气象。开幕式上，歌伴 舞《山河谣》《相约内蒙古》以悠扬歌声与灵动舞姿，铺展祖国北疆内蒙古大地的壮丽画卷；儿童合唱 《青春节拍・唱跳飞扬之敕勒歌》与杂技《台圈》相映成趣，用纯真童声与精湛技艺诠释青少年的阳光 活力；歌舞《草原晨曲》《 ...

Group 1 - The fourth "Dual City Youth Cultural Talent Exchange Program" was held at the Palace Museum in Beijing, focusing on cultural exchange between Hong Kong and Beijing [1][4] - 16 university students from prestigious institutions in Hong Kong and Beijing participated in the program, engaging in cultural exchange and learning activities across three cities: Hong Kong, Beijing, and Shanghai [2][4] - The students discussed innovative ideas for the development of the West Kowloon Cultural District, emphasizing digital storytelling, audience interaction, and cultural brand building [2][4] Group 2 - The program aims to provide young talents with opportunities to apply creativity to real challenges in cultural institutions, injecting new perspectives and vitality into the development of the West Kowloon Cultural District [4] - The students will visit Shanghai to explore its diverse cultural landscape and development, culminating in a cultural seminar at Taikoo Li, where leaders from various cultural institutions will share insights [4] - Since its launch in 2022, the program has engaged nearly 150 students from Beijing and Hong Kong, serving as a platform for cultural exchange and inspiring youth to showcase creativity and ambition in the cultural sector [4]

Core Viewpoint - Tibet Summit is recognized as a model for local enterprises "going global," focusing on resource development and international expansion in the mining sector [2][3]. Group 1: Company Development - Tibet Summit has established a "one body, two regions" development pattern, focusing on non-ferrous metal development while simultaneously deepening its presence in Central Asia and South America [2]. - The company has transformed from traditional manufacturing to a resource development enterprise, achieving a cumulative net profit of nearly 4.7 billion yuan since its restructuring and listing in 2015 [3]. - The company has implemented cash dividends totaling nearly 1.2 billion yuan to reward investors, reflecting its commitment to shareholder value [3]. Group 2: Industry Positioning - Tibet Summit's subsidiary, Tajikistan's Tajik Mining, has built a complete industrial chain in Central Asia, with an annual mining capacity of 4 million tons and smelting capacity of 50,000 tons [2]. - The company is advancing a 2 million ton mining expansion project and extending its smelting industrial chain to enhance competitiveness [2]. - In South America, Tibet Summit controls a lithium salt lake project in Argentina, located in the "lithium triangle," which has significant resource reserves and development potential [2]. Group 3: Cultural Exchange and Future Vision - Tibet Summit aims to act as a cultural ambassador for Tibet, promoting cultural exchanges and enhancing the global understanding of the region [4][5]. - The company envisions a future where it bridges industry and culture, showcasing a modern, harmonious, and prosperous socialist Tibet to the world [5].

Core Points - The "Liaoning Activity Week" at the 2025 Osaka World Expo was inaugurated with the theme "Mountains and Seas Have Feelings, Heaven and Earth Are Peaceful" to showcase Liaoning's rich cultural heritage, innovative vitality, and broad cooperation prospects [1][2] - The event aims to promote cultural exchange and practical cooperation between China and Japan, with over 100 representatives from the economic and cultural sectors attending [1][2] Group 1 - The opening ceremony featured speeches from key figures including the director of the China Pavilion at the Expo and representatives from Liaoning's trade promotion and cultural departments, emphasizing the advantages of Liaoning's cultural tourism, economy, green development, and unique agricultural products [2] - A cultural performance highlighted the blend of traditional and modern elements, showcasing Liaoning's local arts through various acts, including instrumental ensembles and traditional puppet shows, culminating in a performance symbolizing future cooperation between Liaoning and Japan [4] Group 2 - The "Liaoning Activity Week" will include economic and cultural exchanges, intangible cultural heritage exhibitions, business matchmaking, and promotional displays, aiming to integrate deeply into the Expo's theme of "Building a Community of Life Between Man and Nature—The Future Society of Green Development" [4]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the "UnionPay Poetry POS Machine" initiative, which has successfully brought poetry written by children from rural China to Thailand, fostering cultural exchange and charitable contributions [1][5][7]. Group 1: Initiative Overview - The "UnionPay Poetry POS Machine" was launched in 2019 and has now expanded internationally, marking its first overseas event in Bangkok, Thailand, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of China-Thailand diplomatic relations [1][5]. - The initiative aims to connect different cultures through poetry, allowing children from rural areas to share their creative expressions with a broader audience [5][7]. Group 2: Event Details - The event in Bangkok featured a vibrant display of Chinese lanterns adorned with poetry from Chinese children, creating a poetic atmosphere during the Chinese Lantern Festival [2][5]. - Visitors could donate using UnionPay cards at the Poetry POS Machine, receiving a bilingual poetry receipt, with proceeds directed towards improving children's education and living conditions in Thailand [2][5]. Group 3: Impact and Achievements - Over the past seven years, the initiative has reached over 400 rural schools across various provinces in China, helping more than 7,000 children access arts education and collecting over 6,000 poems [7]. - The program has also led to the publication of a poetry collection titled "Little Poets in the Mountains" and established the first UnionPay public library and 114 reading corners in rural areas [7].

《中国民航报》、中国民航网记者贾璞瑜 通讯员王修田 报道：8月20日晚，两尊妈祖神像在24名护驾人 员的陪同下，从厦门高崎国际机场启程，搭乘21日凌晨厦航MF825航班奔赴法国巴黎，开启文化交流之 旅。厦航地服人员陈剑伟小心翼翼地和同事一起将神像抬进客舱，精心守护这场特殊的出行。 妈祖文化传承千年，象征和平、慈爱与奉献，传播至50个国家和地区，拥有3亿多敬仰者，并获联合国 授予"和平女神"称号，是海外华人华侨的精神寄托。此次厦航承运妈祖神像，正是对这一倡议的践行， 为法国民众打开一扇了解中国传统文化的新窗口，增进中法文化的交流。 未来，厦航将继续依托航线网络，借厦航式服务展示中华文化，助力中华优秀传统文化走向世界，让中 法文化交流的友谊之花更加绚烂，更好地向世界讲好中国故事、传播中国声音。（编辑：李季威 校 对：张彤 审核：程凌） （厦航供图） 今年，厦航已8次护送妈祖神像前往境内外开展文化交流，足迹遍及马来西亚、新加坡、泰国及国内大 连、海口、台湾等多地，对相关保障流程已很熟悉。不过，此次出行除妈祖神像外，还有顺风耳、千里 眼及两尊侍女像同行，物品规模远超以往。 为此，厦航地面服务保障部联合飞机维修工程部、 ...